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by searine 2953 days ago
> Ebola is scary because it is one of the most contagious diseases.

Ebola isn't particularly contagious. It has a R0 of ~2. Measles for example is 10.
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lyricaljoke 2953 days ago
Well sure, but that's a seriously high bar you're comparing it with. Measles is regarded as one of the most contagious diseases on earth, no?
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Fjolsvith 2953 days ago
Exactly, and how fatal is Measles?
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